SEDA College WA has a rare opportunity for an experienced and motivated Head of Learning Area (HOLA) to join our team. SEDA College WA are looking for two HOLA’s in the following areas:
- Mathematics & Student Enrichment, commencing in 2023
- VET & Career and Enterprise, commencing in 2023
The Head of Learning Area is responsible for the leadership and development of the learning area throughout the College, ensuring that each student is positively encouraged to develop their potential to the full. The HOLA will be expected to work closely with colleagues in the department and across other curriculum areas. Please refer to the Position Description below for further details.
Who is SEDA College WA: https://youtu.be/xUoC7B12k_Y
SEDA College WA is an Independent Secondary School and provider of the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE). At SEDA College WA we help young people get the most out of life by walking side by side, every step of the way with them. It is our belief that happy and healthy younger people, are high performing young people.
These beliefs are underpinned by an educational philosophy that is based on the principles of applied learning and our Colleges’ core values (Growth, Resilience, Empathy, Accountability and Teamwork).
Our philosophy commits us to developing students who are:
- Passionate about reaching their personal and professional potential.
- Proactive and resilient in both their personal and public lives.
- Productive and compassionate contributors to the wellbeing of their community.
- Professional and collaborative in the workplace.
Now let's talk about you.
You will be joining SEDA College WA as a pivotal part of a dedicated and successful team. This is an important role, so it goes without saying that you will need to have the appropriate qualifications and accreditation required to lead the specific learning area. You will also need to be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA), have a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - TAE40110 (or be prepared to work towards one), together with a current driver’s licence, current and valid working with children check and a current Senior First Aid (or willingness to complete).
You will need to have strong interpersonal skills enabling the Head of Learning Area to relate positively with staff, students, and parents, have professional expertise combined with educational vision and strong sense of purpose consistent with the ethos of the College. You will also need to have outstanding classroom practice, an understanding of educational issues, the ability to deal with people in a way which respects and builds personal integrity, along with exemplary leadership skills and an ongoing commitment to the personal and professional development of self and others.
In return, we will reward you with a competitive salary (above the Teachers (Public Sector Primary and Secondary Education) Award 1993, genuine career growth opportunities and flexibility, a relaxed and inclusive work culture, working with a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate, energetic and positive about making a valuable contribution to the lives of students.
If you are inspired by the prospect of being a part of something bigger and you want your contribution to matter, apply for this position now by submitting a covering letter and a current resume directly to Recruitment@seda.wa.edu.au by no later than 5.00pm, Sunday, 20 November 2022. In your covering letter of no more than two pages, please indicate which learning area you are applying for and address the skills and experience selection criteria in the Job Description.
Conditions of engagement including probation and character checks (including police records check and Working with Children Check) will apply to this position. All Applicants need to satisfy the key selection criteria outlined in the SEDA College WA position description and may be required to complete a fit and proper person declaration form’ to be eligible for engagement.
SEDA College WA strongly welcomes applications from our diverse Australian community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. All employment decisions are based on merit and we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SEDA College WA has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.